Manufacturing Engineer - Machining

GM • Grand Rapids, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The career-level Manufacturing Engineer supports manufacturing equipment, tooling, process improvements, and overall manufacturing operations. The role is based in a manufacturing environment that values innovation, creativity, and initiative, with work focused on high-volume machining and grinding. This onsite position is based in Grand Rapids and requires the successful candidate to report to the location full time. Relocation benefits may be available to candidates who qualify under company policy. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in an engineering support role in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of high-volume manufacturing.
• Previous experience with computer-based office and engineering software, including Microsoft Suite and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of CNC machining equipment for one or more of these processes: ID grinding, OD grinding, drilling, milling, and turning.
• Ability to work off shifts and weekends, as well as overtime, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of cold forming and heat processes.
• Knowledge of high-volume fabrication manufacturing.
• Proficiency with CAD software.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis.
• Proficiency with geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
• Tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Project management.

Responsibilities

• Keep manufacturing technical documentation up to date.
• Provide technical direction to internal teams and oversee external vendors, ensuring manufacturing processes, equipment, and solutions meet quality, efficiency, and production requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally on problem-solving initiatives, including improving equipment efficiency, resolving downtime events, and addressing customer quality concerns.
• Provide day-to-day support to manufacturing operations and maintenance.
• Participate in identifying and resolving safety and ergonomics issues.
• Facilitate or deliver training for team members and maintenance personnel, and develop technical training manuals and work instructions as needed.
• Participate in project planning and coordination to ensure tasks are completed on schedule and within budget.

Benefits

• Relocation benefits may be available to candidates who qualify under company policy.
• GM provides employee well-being benefits; details are available through its Total Rewards resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level